Illinois · Circuit Court — Family Division
Illinois family court, without the confusion.
Illinois Circuit Court handles dissolution of marriage, parental responsibilities, child support, and orders of protection. Illinois uses specific terminology throughout.
We walk you through exactly what to fill out, in plain English, and produce the forms ready to sign and file.
Where do you need help?
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Divorce / Dissolution of Marriage
Start or respond to a divorce case. Covers petition, financial disclosure, and the complete filing packet.
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Child Custody / Parenting Time
Establish custody and parenting time when you were never married or as part of a divorce.
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Modify Custody or Parenting Time
Change an existing custody or parenting time order when circumstances have significantly changed.
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Child Support
Establish or modify a child support order.
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Establish Paternity
Legally establish parentage when the parents were not married.
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Protective Order
Get an emergency order to protect yourself or your children from domestic violence or harassment.
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Relocation (Moving with Children)
Request court approval to move with your children, or oppose a move.
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Enforce a Court Order
Bring the other party back to court when they are violating an existing order.
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Name Change
Change your name or your child's name through the court.
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Spousal Support / Alimony
Request or respond to a request for spousal support or alimony.
What Illinois requires — before you file
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90-day residency. You or your spouse must have lived in Illinois for at least 90 days before filing for dissolution.
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No mandatory waiting period. Illinois eliminated its mandatory waiting period. Uncontested cases can move quickly.
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Financial disclosure required. Both parties must exchange financial affidavits.
4
Parenting class may be required. Some Illinois counties require parents to complete a parenting education program.
Illinois says 'dissolution of marriage' not divorce, 'allocation of parental responsibilities' not custody, and 'parenting time' not visitation. We use Illinois language throughout.
All 15 Illinois Counties
Illinois family law forms are filed in the county Circuit Court where you or the respondent lives.
Cook
DuPage
Lake
Will
Kane
McHenry
Winnebago
Sangamon
Champaign
Peoria
McLean
St. Clair
Kendall
Madison
Kankakee